The year is winding down and we’ve been busy (as demonstrated by a lack of posts!). Aside from the beehives, we’ve had a major garden project, horses to care for, yard to maintain, and continued renovation. Some projects made significant progress while others … ahem, fell behind. Having a small farm is an everyday project
One of our favorite places to explore in the Eugene area is the Mount Pisgah Arboretum. I especially like to visit in the fall as the park shows its diversity in the changing of the seasons. Fall in the PNW can be quick – so time your visit right to catch some of the colors!
Our first year of beekeeping was a great success. Typically, it’s not common to harvest honey from a new hive in the first year as it takes time for a colony to mature. However, if the nectar flow is strong, keepers can harvest if they consider what the bee colony will require for winter survival.
